Works for
CleansingGlyceryl stearate, Polysorbate 60 + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Diatomaceous earth cleansing cream.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, glyceryl stearate, isostearic acid, polysorbate 60, sodium stearoyl glutamate, stearyl alcohol) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus reticulata peel extract, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Paraffinum liquidum~6.7–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumOryza sativa bran oil~4.2–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilDipropylene glycol~2.9–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGlycerin~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinGlyceryl stearate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePolysorbate 60~1.7–2%
Butylene glycol~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolHydroxypropyl starch phosphate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and used to stabilize product formulations
More about Hydroxypropyl starch phosphateCitrus reticulata peel extract~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A likely irritant. Might have some anti-oxidant activity, but is mostly used as a fragrance in cosmetic products
More about Citrus reticulata peel extractHamamelis virginiana leaf extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractCynara scolymus leaf extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be irritating
More about Cynara scolymus leaf extractTanakura clay~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium stearoyl glutamate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateIsostearic acid~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Isostearic acidStearyl alcohol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholTribehenin~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TribeheninCarbomer~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerDimethicone~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeSodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Caramel~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Iron oxides~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesChlorophyllin-copper complex~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMethylparaben~0.1–0.2%
Propylparaben~0.1–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Paraffinum liquidum, Oryza sativa bran oil, Dipropylene glycol, Unknown, Glycerin, Glyceryl stearate, Polysorbate 60, Butylene glycol, Unknown, Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, Citrus reticulata peel extract, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Cynara scolymus leaf extract, Tanakura clay, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Isostearic acid, Stearyl alcohol, Tribehenin, Carbomer, Dimethicone, Sodium hydroxide, Caramel, Iron oxides, Chlorophyllin-copper complex, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Parfum
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| pdcLiftarna Diatomaceous Earth Clay CleansingYOUR PRODUCT | Paul & JoeCleansing Cream | KaneboTwany Cleansing Cream | KUROBARAPoan Cold Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 58% | 54% |
| Price | — | $34.80 | $44.30 | $11.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 10 | 6 of 10 | 2 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin E | Algae Extract | Beeswax |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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